Adult Orthodontics in Fishers, IN
Treatment Does Not Have an Age Limit
Teeth move at fifty for the same reason they move at fifteen: bone remodels under sustained pressure. It happens a little more slowly in an adult and the finish takes more planning around existing dental work, but the biology has not closed off.
A meaningful share of the adults we treat in Fishers had braces as teenagers and watched their teeth drift afterwards, usually because retainer wear stopped. Those cases are often the shortest and most satisfying treatments in the practice.
What Adults Come In With
Crowding that has slowly worsened. Teeth that shifted after a childhood course of braces. Gaps that opened after a tooth was lost. A bite that is wearing enamel unevenly. Alignment an implant, bridge or veneer plan needs sorted out first.
| Option | Best suited to | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Clear aligners | Mild to moderate correction, and adults who need treatment to be discreet | Removable trays, fewer office visits, wear time does the work |
| Ceramic braces | Cases needing more control, where visibility still matters | Fixed tooth-coloured brackets, adjustments every six to ten weeks |
| Metal braces | Complex crowding, bite correction, heavily worn or restored bites | The most predictable option; often the shortest route to the finish |
| Short relapse treatment | Teeth that drifted after childhood braces | Limited movement, sometimes finished inside a year, then permanent retention |
Working Around Existing Dental Work
Adult mouths carry history: crowns, implants, root-treated teeth, gum recession, old restorations. None of that rules out orthodontics, but all of it changes the plan. Implants do not move, so they are fixed points to design around. Compromised bone means gentler forces.
Where your general dentist or a specialist is involved, treatment is sequenced with them so the orthodontics happens in the right order — aligning teeth before restorative work is usually what makes the final result look right.
Gum health is the one genuine gate. Orthodontic movement through inflamed tissue or reduced bone can do harm, so periodontal condition is assessed before treatment starts, and where it needs attention that comes first. Treated properly beforehand, a periodontally compromised mouth can still be moved — just with lighter forces and closer monitoring.
Adults also tend to want a clear-eyed answer about what treatment will and will not change. Orthodontics moves teeth; it does not resurface worn enamel, replace missing tissue or reshape a jaw. Knowing which part of the result is orthodontic and which needs restorative or surgical work is the difference between a satisfying outcome and a disappointing one.
Discretion at Work
Most adults ask about appearance during treatment before anything else, which is fair. Clear aligners are the least visible option for cases within their range. Ceramic brackets are the discreet fixed option. For adults who want nothing visible at all and cases that suit it, an appliance fitted behind the teeth is worth asking about — it is fixed, so it does not rely on wear time, and nothing shows from the front.
Fees, Insurance and Payments
Adult orthodontic coverage varies far more than children’s, so we check your specific benefit rather than guessing. The fee, the estimated benefit and the monthly figure are all quoted at the consultation. See pricing, payment plans, insurance and your first visit.
Visiting Us in Fishers
We are our office at 13910 Olivia Way Unit 100, Fishers, IN 46037, on Olivia Way, just off Olio Road, which is a short drive from Geist, Fortville, McCordsville and the Noblesville side of the county.
O·M·I Orthodontics, 13910 Olivia Way Unit 100, Fishers, IN 46037. Phone (317) 939-6600. Open Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Friday mornings from 8 a.m. to noon. Our Fishers office page has the map. Adult orthodontics in Fort Wayne, IN covers adult treatment at our northern Indiana office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Am I too old for orthodontic treatment?
No. What matters is the health of your gums and bone, not your age. That is assessed at the consultation.
How long does adult treatment take?
Limited cases can finish inside a year. Comprehensive treatment is more often eighteen months to three years, and you get a case-specific estimate rather than an average.
Will treatment work around my crowns and implants?
Yes, with planning. Implants are immovable and are designed around; crowned teeth move normally.
Is it painful?
Sore for a few days after placement and mildly tender after adjustments. Over-the-counter pain relief covers it for most patients.
Can my teeth be straightened without anyone noticing?
Often, yes. Aligners, ceramic brackets and behind-the-teeth appliances are all worth discussing at the exam.
My teeth moved after braces years ago. Can that be fixed?
Usually, and often with limited treatment. Permanent retention afterwards is the part that stops it recurring.
Other treatments we offer: Braces treatment · Clear aligner · Early treatment · Retainers and post-treatment care. General overview of this treatment · all services.
Adult Consultations Are Free in Fishers
Bring the thing that has bothered you for twenty years. Dr. Joel Johnson will tell you what can be corrected, what it would take, what it costs, and whether treatment is genuinely worth it in your case. No charge, no pressure.
The Fishers office sits at 13910 Olivia Way Unit 100, Fishers, IN 46037, on Olivia Way, just off Olio Road, and is open Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and Friday mornings from 8 a.m. to noon. You can book your complimentary consultation online, send us a message, or call (317) 939-6600.